Britescape's Garden Services division has an outstanding opportunity for a permanent, full-time Lead Gardener .The Lead Gardener is the critical link between the Garden Services Manager, gardens and the crew. This position is responsible for all daily on-site operations including, but not limited to: leadership of crew; coordination of work to be done; quality of work performed; observation, reporting and treatment of landscape issues such as pests, diseases and irrigation; appropriate tasks for season and garden.Position Description:-Lead small crew in maintaining every aspect of the residential landscape including, but not limited to, weeding, mulching, mowing, blowing, pruning, planting, and irrigation and lighting troubleshooting/repair.-Prioritize and manage projects under time constraints and meeting deadlines while still maintaining high standards.-Make recommendations to Garden Services Manager on garden needs.-Safely work outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions while maintaining a positive attitude and good sense of humor.-Safely and responsibly drive large company vehicles to and from sites.-Lead by example when it comes to safety and ensure crew is following appropriate standards and guidelines.-Flexibility in scheduling and ability to perform many different tasks.-Report to Garden Services Manager to ensure the completion of daily maintenance, special projects, appropriate paperwork, and customer requests.Position Qualifications:-Excellent communication skills, team player and positive attitude.-2+ years of gardening experience, preferably with supervisory experience and in the Northwest.-Passion for horticulture and working outdoors.-Able to lift 50+ lbs repeatedly, crouch and bend repetitively as workload needs, work on hillsides and slopes, etc.-Must have a clean driving record.-Must be CPH certified within 1 year of employment as the Field Crew Lead.-Must demonstrate via written tests and/or field tests the following: Knowledge of proper horticultural practices, familiarity with common Northwest landscape plants, familiarity with irrigation systems and controllers.

This is a full time, year-round position starting at $18.00 - $20.00/hr. Britescape also offers a benefits package including vacation/sick time, paid holidays, health and dental insurance after 90 days and a 401k option after 1 year. Please email brandon@britescape.com if interested. No phone calls please.